About the December Daily Dash
Got a question not answered by these FAQs? Email the team at december.dailydash@sueryder.org.
About the Event
December Daily Dash – What is it?
The Daily Dash is a challenge to walk, jog or run 1k, 3k or 5K every day in December. It was founded by Sue Ryder supporters Jackie and Mark after Jackie lost both her parents to cancer in the space of 18 months. The Dash raises vital funds to provide the gift of expert care, advice and compassion through the Christmas period and beyond, so that patients and families don't need to face their darkest days alone.
You can sign up using the link at the top of the page, or by clicking here.
Every day, even Christmas Day?
Absolutely – the Christmas Day dash is one of the best as it gets you out of the house and active, and maybe even bumping into some fellow dashers.
But I’ve got this thing one day in December? Can I still do it?
We understand that the challenge is at a time of year when lots is going on. It's up to you how you complete it and when, but we suggest that you try to do something every day that challenges you personally.
How many people do the dash?
In the very first year 13 people (plus Chester the dog) took on the challenge. The event has grown hugely with over 3,800 people taking part since then. We’re really hoping to grow that number even more, so please share with anyone you know who might be interested.
Do you meet up with other dashers?
A few years ago saw the coining of a new term – a ‘dash mob’. This is where a group of dashers organise to meet up to complete their dash together. We would encourage you to set up your own with those dashing near you. Please only arrange a group Dash if you're certain that it is safe to do so.
You could set up a Dash team with your friends, teammates or colleagues or even take part as a relay.
I live in the middle of no-where with no-one else dashing near me!
Don’t worry! We have a great Facebook and Strava community if you want to connect virtually with other dashers, and of course, we love seeing photos from your runs on our social feeds!
Fundraising
Do I have to fundraise?
The Daily Dash is designed as a fundraising challenge. When you fundraise £20, you’ll receive your free Dash beanie and a Dash medal on completion of your challenge. By taking part and raising funds for Sue Ryder, you could help ensure that fewer people face death or grief alone. You’ll be supporting people through the most difficult times of their lives.
You can update the fundraising page created when you register by signing in to JustGiving here.
Do I have to Dash outside?
You can take part indoors at the gym or outdoors. As it’s a virtual challenge you can pick the times, distance and locations that suit you best. However you choose to participate, you'll be part of a supportive community of Dashers, all committed to getting moving every day this December and raising vital funds.
What about setting up our own team?
Absolutely! It is a great way for individuals and groups of friends or colleagues to raise funds together. You can walk, jog or run as a group or take turns as a relay team. However you take part you’ll be making a massive difference. You can either create a team at the point of signing up, or alternatively, please use the advice on JustGiving on how to convert the page created when you register into a team page.
How do I claim my free Beanie?
Once you receive your first £20 sponsorship donation your Beanie will automatically be sent to you (while stocks last and subject to terms and conditions).
Terms and Conditions:
1. Register for the December Daily Dash and raise your first £20 sponsorship donation.
2. Free incentives are subject to availability and while stocks last. You may be sent a different item if there is low or no stock left.
3. The promotion is only open to residents in the UK aged 16 and over.
4. Each person who registers may only receive one item regardless of how many times they register.
Taking Part
Sounds epic, how do I sign up?
You can sign up using the button at the top of the page, or sign up here.
Any small print?
Of course. The Dash is undertaken entirely at your own risk; Sue Ryder can’t have insurance for an event of this nature. We care about your safety and so please be considerate of any health conditions and your surroundings when out dashing. Apart from that we just hope that you enjoy the dash and look forward to seeing your pictures (or video!) and fundraising efforts.
How will taking part help?
Estimates suggest up to 90% of all people dying in England may have palliative care needs.
Just imagine what it must feel like for people facing death who don't receive the specialist end of life care they need. Instead of their final days being peaceful and dignified, they face a painful, isolated experience.
No one deserves this. And it just doesn't have to be this way. By completing your challenge and raising sponsorship you can help provide expert care and compassion, ensuring that fewer people need face death or grief alone.
Contact Us
These FAQs not done the trick? Email the team at december.dailydash@sueryder.org.
For technical questions about your fundraising page, contact JustGiving at help@justgiving.com.